SheKnows gift guide: Hot gifts for tots, kids and teens

Now that the busiest shopping time of the year is upon us, toy makers across the globe have unveiled their newest, hippest and hottest toys to hit the market. Find out about the hottest toys and electronics for kids and teens.

Hottest toys for Christmas, 2012

WWE Brawlin’ Buddies (Mattel, $30) — These large, soft-body figures are one of the hit toys of the season. They speak catchphrases, make grunting and impact sounds and are great for roughhousing.

Fijit Friends Yippits (Toys “R” Us, $40) — Everyone coveted Mattel’s Fijit friends last year, and this year it’s more of the same with the Yippits.

Master Moves Mickey (Walmart, $60) — The latest movin’ and groovin’ Mickey from Fisher-Price combines 15 different dance moves into his original combinations.

Monster High — High School Playset (Toys “R” Us, $90) — If your girls are into the Monster High craze, you can’t beat this elaborate, fold-up playset. It features six play areas, including the iconic locker hallway and the Creepateria.

Tablets for kids

It’s not just adults who love their tablets — kids love them too. This Christmas, you have a variety of tablets to choose from for your little ones. Some of the hottest new tablets for kids include the Kurio (Kurio World, $150), LeapFrog LeapPad 2 (Leap Frog, $100), VTech Innotab 2 (V Tech, $80) and Tabeo (Toys “R” Us, $150).

Gadgets for teens

We all know how much teens love their gadgets and electronics. You can’t go wrong with the new iPhone 5 (Apple, $199 and up) or the latest iPad for your teen. Also consider gaming systems, like the Nintendo Wii U (Nintendo, $300+) or PlayStation Vita (PlayStation, $250).